Belly ballooned, gained 10 kg

Hi everyone,

Over the last 2 years, I have gained about 10 kg. I used to be a rather skinny guy (50-53kg) all of my life, so +10kg looks overall nice on me.

The problem is that now my belly has ballooned and looks like I’m carrying something inside.

My Crohn's has been very mild and under control. I have it since I was13 yo. I am now 39yo, and I remember having flares only in the early years, when first diagnosed. Over the last 10 years, no flares, no symptoms, no medicine.

I’m trying to understand what’s causing this. I know some of it is probably fat gain due to my office lifestyle, but perhaps the disease is playing a role?

Has anyone experienced a similar belly “balloon” with Crohn’s?

Thanks in advance!